Sky confirms the romantic drama will return in spring 2027 with two new lead cast membersSky has confirmed that Heated Rivalry will return for a second season in spring 2027, with Justice Smith and Charlie Gillespie joining the lead cast. Smith (I Saw the TV Glow) and Gillespie (One Night Only) will play Harris Drover and Troy Barrett, starring alongside returning leads Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie. Writer, director and executive producer Jacob Tierney, alongside executive producer Brendan Brady, said the new characters were “beautifully layered” and praised the casting of Smith and Gillespie. Tierney returns as writer, director and executive producer for the new season, with Mike Goldbach joining as co-writer. Season two of Heated Rivalry will premiere on Sky and NOW in the UK and Ireland in spring 2027.